A significant traffic collision occurred today on Interstate 5 South near Cherry Canyon in Castaic, CA, leading to major disruptions during the morning commute. The incident involved four vehicles, including a flipped camper and a 30–35-foot motor home that was overturned and required a tow truck for recovery. An additional unknown vehicle was also reported in the slow lane.
As a result of the collision, lanes three and four have been closed, causing considerable traffic delays and congestion in the area. Emergency response units are on-site to manage the situation and control traffic flow while recovery operations are underway. A tow truck has been dispatched to assist with the removal of the overturned vehicles.
The California Highway Patrol has issued a sigalert for lanes three and four, estimating that these lanes will remain closed for approximately two hours. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid the backup and delays that are expected to persist as recovery efforts continue.
Drivers traveling through Castaic should remain cautious and expect significant traffic impacts due to this traffic collision. Updates will be provided as the situation develops and lanes are reopened.